Erasmus WhatsApp Groups Istanbul 2027-2028
- Active groups
- 0
- Academic year
- 2027-2028
- Opens
- May — July
Istanbul · Turkey
Istanbul · TurkeyThe Istanbul groups for 2027-2028 are not open yet
There is no verified Istanbul group for the 2027-2028 academic year yet. Each cycle's groups usually open between May and July of the preceding year, once places are confirmed. We only publish a group once its invite link genuinely works, so this page will update as soon as a Istanbul group is confirmed.
In the meantime, here is what we do know about Istanbul:
Erasmus in Istanbul: what to know first
Between Europe and Asia. Hagia Sophia, the Grand Bazaar and a cultural scene that never stops.
The Istanbul groups for the 2027-2028 academic year are not run by any institution: they are opened by students arriving that same year, usually between the spring and summer before. They fill in waves — first the people with a confirmed place, then the ones locking down housing — which is why a group created too early often stalls half empty.
You do not need to join all of them. Start with the one that solves your most urgent problem in Istanbul, and add the rest once you have an arrival date.
In Istanbul housing is the real bottleneck, so the accommodation group is the one to check before any other.
Istanbul scored on ten signals
Our editorial rating of Istanbul, from 0 to 100 on each signal.
- Transport links
- 100
- Food
- 100
- Nightlife
- 90
- Affordability
- 90
- Student atmosphere
- 80
- Weather
- 70
- Academic level
- 60
- Nature
- 50
- Safety
- 50
- Housing
- 20
The best and worst of Istanbul
This comes straight from the scores we publish for Istanbul — the same ones shown as bars on its city page. The good and the bad, unvarnished.
- excellent transport links for travelling
- food that is part of the experience itself
- some of the best nightlife in Europe
- a severely squeezed rental market
What living in Istanbul costs
The reference prices we use for Istanbul. Handy for judging whether a room offered in a 2027-2028 group is priced fairly or padded.
€572
Room / rent per month
€55
Transport pass
€4
A beer
- Rough monthly floor in Istanbul
- €659
Rent + transport + eight drinks a month. It is a floor, not a full budget: no food, tuition or travel included.
Before you join a Istanbul group
Erasmus groups are also hunting ground for rental scams, especially in Istanbul when demand spikes. Three rules head off almost every problem:
- 01Never pay a deposit or a holding fee for a room you have not seen, contract or no contract: it is the most common scam and the most expensive.
- 02Be wary of anyone who pulls you out of the group into a private chat to close the deal fast and under pressure.
- 03A price far below the city reference is almost never a bargain; it is the bait.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there Istanbul groups for 2027-2028 yet?
None for Istanbul in 2027-2028 has a working link yet. We would rather list nothing than dead links.
When do the Istanbul groups for 2027-2028 open?
Between May and July of the preceding year. They are opened by the students arriving in Istanbul, not the university, so there is no official date.
How much does a room in Istanbul cost?
Around 572 € a month for a room in Istanbul. Far below that figure, be suspicious.
Is it safe to join a Istanbul WhatsApp group?
MyErasmus does not manage or moderate these groups. The real risk is rental scams in Istanbul: never pay a deposit for a room you have not seen.
Can I join before my place is confirmed?
Yes, it is the norm in Istanbul. Check anything important with your international office.
Can I submit a Istanbul group that already exists?
Yes, via the submit button. We review it by hand and only publish it if the link works.
MyErasmus does not manage or moderate external WhatsApp groups. Links are verified periodically but may become inactive. Always exercise caution when joining external groups.